Category of Service: Education

Mission

Provide supplemental assistance to the Charleroi Area School District and award scholarships to students and learning enrichment grants to educators in the Charleroi Area School District.

Programs and Services

• The CASDEF will provide new and upgraded technology for state-of-the-art learning opportunities, including upgraded Chromebooks and iPads, to allow access to every student in the district. It will focus on STEM/STEAM programs in the science, technology, engineering, arts, and mechanical fields to better prepare students for higher education and jobs.
• The CASDEF will provide funding to teachers through grant applications for innovative programs such as drones, aquaponics, and BOTS as well as equipment to aid in instruction at all levels kindergarten through high school, including primary classes such as reading, math, science, and social studies.
• The CASDEF will support grants and programs focusing on the arts to allow a well-rounded education, including art, music, instrumental music, theater, and exposure to performances in these areas.
• The CASDEF will promote physical fitness, athletics, and healthy sport environments by providing items such as weight equipment, Power Hydration systems, pedometers, and wobble chairs to promote fitness during classroom learning.
• The CASDEF will leave no child behind, including those with special needs and those with accelerated needs, by funding advanced programs and equipment such as the Milo robot for autistic and emotional need support and advanced learning experiences for REACH students.

Primary Revenue Sources

Fundraising and direct donation

Primary Fundraising Event

Blast from the Past Show, Night at the Capital Grille

2018 Financials

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